Postdoctoral Associate (Newark)

Overview VISION: Through our science, our evidence-based actions, our openness, and our respect for those we serve, we will advance cancer-focused research worldwide and reduce the burden of cancer in our catchment area. By engaging with and empowering our exceptionally diverse populations, and addressing their questions and fears, we will engender hope for cancer patients and their families and play a critical role in strengthening the fabric of our communities by gaining and protecting their trust and providing access to the outstanding oncology care each person deserves. MISSION: Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery focused on understanding cancer, innovating cancer treatment, and improving cancer prevention; to provide outstanding, novel, and compassionate patient care; to provide evidence-based and culturally informed education to physicians, nurses, researchers, staff, and the community; and to achieve cancer health equity in our state through outreach to and engagement of our extraordinarily diverse communities. CORE VALUES: Curiosity and Discovery: encouraging an environment of continuous inquiry, creativity, and innovation to generate new knowledge. Integrity: earning the trust of those we serve and each other through honesty, transparency, accountability, and continuous reflection. Collaboration: approaching all opportunities with an understanding that together we are better and can achieve more; promoting and maintaining an environment of teamwork and shared knowledge. Respect and Caring: consistently demonstrating caring, compassion, and respect through our words and actions. Perseverance: maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission; embracing change, overcoming obstacles, and creating and recreating the path to achieve our goals. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate within the Cancer Health Equity Division of the Rutgers Cancer Institute. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Associate will work on supporting the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Health. The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct and coordinate health care delivery research, including implementation science studies aimed at reducing and eliminating cancer disparities in medically underserved and socially marginalized communities. The position will lead data management and analysis for ongoing research projects. There will be opportunities for authorship on publications, presentation at conferences, and collaboration on grant proposal development. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manages databases, develops analytical plans, and carries out analysis for manuscripts, reports and presentations related to cancer and health equity projects. Leads, drafts, and publishes papers in peer-reviewed journals. Assists in the development of regulatory protocols, recruitment materials, intervention resources, and education and policy-relevant deliverables. Leads and supports implementation of cancer prevention and control studies among high-risk and underserved populations. Assists the PIs in the identification and development of grant proposals based on the cancer control research conducted. Understands and adheres to Rutgers' compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Demonstrates and models the Rutgers Cancer Institute core values. Keep abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Rutgers's compliance standards as they appear in RBHS's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Interest policy. Acts as a role model for corporate integrity, customer service and improved quality. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Education and Experience PhD in Social and Behavioral Sciences, Health Policy and Management, Epidemiology, or related discipline, including but not limited to Health Services Research, Health Psychology, or Sociology required. Consideration to interview may also be given to applicants who are in ABD status. Documentation of Ph.D. completion must be provided prior to commencement of employment. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent data management and analysis skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Stata, SAS, or R. Strong record of peer-reviewed publications (as appropriate for level of experience) using implementation science theories and methods. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and organizational skills. Experience with institutional review boards (IRB). Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in community-engaged, health care delivery, or systems-level public health research, preferred. Salary Details $61,805 - $80,000 commensurate with experience. Benefits Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs Physical Demands and Work Environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Moderate noise. Location This position is located in Newark. 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